How to Duplicate WordPress Database using phpMyAdmin

In computing, Database refers to an organized set that store and organize data. WordPress is written using PHP as its scripting language and MySQL as its database management system. MySQL is a software used to create databases, store and get data when requested.

All WordPress hosting providers offer MySQL database. Sometimes you need to create manual backups or transfer a website. At both situations, you prefer cloning a WordPress database. Not only these, there are various situations where you may need to copy your WordPress database.

phpMyAdmin is the most popular free and open source tool that handles MySQL administration. So, you can use phpMyAdmin to manually backup your WordPress database, restore admin password, or move your website to the new server.

Duplicate WordPress Database using phpMyAdmin:

A list of Databases will appear from which you have to select your WordPress database.

A list of tables in your DataBase will appear.

If you have multiple databases, then you must select the one you want to copy.

Now click on Operation from the top menu.

Provide a valid name for duplicating database into Copy database to box.

Ensure you have selected Structure and Data option.

Click Go.

PhpMyAdmin will now create a duplicate WordPress database. Once done, it will display a message box with success message.

How to Manually Duplicate WordPress Database using phpMyAdmin?

There is another way for duplicate WordPress database. Yes, you can manually create a duplicate database using phpMyAdmin. This option will be especially helpful for those, who use WordPress shared hosting.

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